Industrial Engineer

Accelera Staffing; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera Staffing is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer in Stow, Ohio to drive manufacturing operations, process engineering, and continuous improvement on the shop floor alongside machinists and welders. The role focuses on creating routings, setting labor and material standards, analyzing designs for manufacturability, and supporting new product launches with ERP/MRP systems.

This hands-on position demands strong problem-solving and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering; an associate degree with extensive hands-on experience will be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in Process, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering in an industrial or metalworking setting.
• Experience supporting the production of complex mechanical or industrial capital equipment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical assembly, metal fabrication, welding, and machining processes.
• Proficiency in interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications.
• Practical experience with manufacturing documentation and ERP/MRP systems.
• Understanding of CNC programming and machining principles.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine manufacturing workflows for welded, machined, fabricated, and assembled parts.
• Analyze designs to improve manufacturability, reducing costs and lead times.
• Create routings, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Determine tooling, gauging, and equipment to support production goals.
• Facilitate new product launches, first-article builds, and engineering changes.
• Collaborate with production staff to resolve manufacturing hurdles and boost performance.

Skills

IE experience (3+ yrs)

CNC programming

GD&T

Mechanical assembly

ERP/MRP

SolidWorks

Epicor ERP

Blueprints & drawings

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Eng

Associates + hands-on exp

Tools

SolidWorks

Epicor ERP

Job description

An established industrial equipment manufacturer located in Stow, Ohio, is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to drive manufacturing operations, process engineering, and continuous improvement efforts. This position is highly interactive, requiring a focus on enhancing production efficiency, creating routings, setting labor and material standards, and ensuring the consistent manufacturing of complex mechanical parts.

We are looking for candidates with a robust background in machining, welding, fabrication, and mechanical assembly, particularly those with experience in high-mix, low-volume production or capital equipment manufacturing. This is not a desk-bound role; the successful engineer will spend a significant portion of their time on the shop floor working alongside machinists, welders, fabricators, and leadership.

Role Overview

An established industrial equipment manufacturer located in Stow, Ohio, is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to drive manufacturing operations, process engineering, and continuous improvement efforts. This position is highly interactive, requiring a focus on enhancing production efficiency, creating routings, setting labor and material standards, and ensuring the consistent manufacturing of complex mechanical parts.

We are looking for candidates with a robust background in machining, welding, fabrication, and mechanical assembly, particularly those with experience in high-mix, low-volume production or capital equipment manufacturing. This is not a desk-bound role; the successful engineer will spend a significant portion of their time on the shop floor working alongside machinists, welders, fabricators, and leadership.

Manufacturing Engineering & Process Development

• Design and refine manufacturing workflows for welded, machined, fabricated, and assembled parts.
• Analyze engineering designs to improve manufacturability, which helps reduce production costs and lead times for the entire team.
• Create comprehensive manufacturing routings, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Determine the necessary tooling, gauging, and equipment to support production goals.
• Facilitate new product launches, first-article builds, and engineering changes.
• Partner with production staff to resolve manufacturing hurdles and boost overall operational performance.

ERP, Routings & Production Standards

• Manage manufacturing routings, BOMs, and work centers within the ERP/MRP system.
• Define precise labor standards, cycle times, setup durations, and raw material needs.
• Perform time studies to measure actual production output against established benchmarks to improve efficiency.
• Update manufacturing documentation and routings to reflect process or engineering modifications.
• Assist with cost estimation, make-versus-buy analysis, and external processing requirements.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Assess nonconforming items to create effective repair or rework strategies.
• Engage in root cause analysis to help prevent future quality issues for the company.
• Identify ways to increase throughput, minimize scrap, and lower unnecessary production expenses.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and ongoing process improvement projects.
• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to elevate manufacturing performance.

Shop Floor Engineering Support

• Provide daily technical guidance to assembly, fabrication, welding, and machining teams.
• Resolve production issues related to processes, tooling, drawings, or manufacturing methods.
• Support facility layout changes, equipment installations, and process improvements.
• Educate production staff on updated work instructions and manufacturing procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or an equivalent technical field; an associate degree with extensive hands‑on experience will be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in Process, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering within an industrial or metalworking setting.
• Experience supporting the production of complex mechanical or industrial capital equipment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical assembly, metal fabrication, welding, and machining processes.
• Proven ability to develop production labor standards, bills of material, and manufacturing routings.
• Proficiency in interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications.
• Practical experience with manufacturing documentation and ERP/MRP systems.
• Understanding of CNC programming and machining principles.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Ability to foster collaborative relationships with shop floor personnel and engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in engineer-to-order (ETO) or high‑mix, low‑volume manufacturing environments.
• Background in the manufacturing of large‑scale or complex industrial machinery.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks.
• Experience utilizing Epicor ERP.
• Experience performing time studies to establish accurate labor standards.
• Familiarity with corrective actions, root cause analysis, and nonconforming material disposition.
• Experience with 5S, setup reduction, and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience managing outside processes like plating, grinding, coating, and heat treating.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are seeking engineers who thrive on the shop floor and enjoy tackling real‑world production challenges. The ideal candidate will blend technical engineering expertise with practical experience, translating designs into repeatable, efficient processes. Experience in heavy equipment, custom machinery, or complex metalworking is highly valued.

Work Environment

• On‑site position based in Stow, Ohio.
• A blend of office‑based engineering tasks and active shop floor involvement.
• Frequent engagement with welding, machining, fabrication, and assembly teams.
• Occasional travel to customer or supplier sites may be required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, navigate stairs and ladders, and stand or walk for extended periods.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Direct‑hire position with a stable industrial equipment manufacturer.
• Hands‑on engineering role with significant shop floor presence.
• Opportunity to directly impact product quality, production efficiency, and manufacturing processes.
• Cross‑functional collaboration across Supply Chain, Operations, Quality, and Engineering.
• Exposure to custom‑engineered mechanical equipment and complex industrial machinery.